I wanted to share this feature that I wrote for Architecture in Development, regarding Guayaquil’s Urban Regeneration strategies and the waterfront renovation project: Malecón del Salado. Although this project was one of the first to be Continue reading
The project is an urban beachfront in the middle of what was once an informal settlement. It includes bathrooms, vending kiosks, an observatory, and an artificial beach (with sand). The Continue reading
This project consists of a small sports and water park, including a water park that consists of one swimming pool with fountains and playground. The rest of the amenities, include Continue reading
The regeneration project of Las Peñas and Cerro Santa Ana is Guayquil’s golden boy. It is showcased on almost every book and magazine relating to the city’s “rebirth” and beaufication. Continue reading
This Waterfront renovation project followed that of the central Waterfront project, the Malecón 2000, which marked the beginning of Guayaquil’s urban regeneration projects and goals. Looking at the map posted Continue reading
Satellite image of Guayaquil, showing the location of the interventions analyzed. Also, it is important to note that Guayaquil is located on marsh land- this can clearly be seen in Continue reading
Guayaquil is Ecuador’s largest city and the country’s economic capital. The city has 3,000,000 inhabitants, from which 600,000 live in informal cities. In the year 2000, the under the administration Continue reading
